Transfer of atomic mass with a photon solves the momentum paradox of light

In a transparent medium, each photon is accompanied by an atomic mass density wave, scientists can demonstrate. The optical force of the photon sets the medium atoms in motion and makes them carry 92% of the total momentum of light, in the case of sili...

In a transparent medium, each photon is accompanied by an atomic mass density wave, scientists can demonstrate. The optical force of the photon sets the medium atoms in motion and makes them carry 92% of the total momentum of light, in the case of silicon.